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Jocelynne C.

Babysitter

Saint James, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...

Mila C. says "I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there...

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Saint James, NY

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$20/hr
I was. Special Ed Aide for Three Village School District. I have worked with Children and adults. I have a very special place in my heart for people who have any type of disability. I am Kind, loving, reliable, and adjust easily to different circumstances that arise in peoples lives. I am caring and understanding. I love to play...
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Direct Support Professional

Saint James, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a direct care support professional. I've been doing this field for 3 years. I absolutely love it. I adore working with adults. I do have CPR on first. Aid training. I have some experience in certain things. I have done seizure attendance. Where if a individual was having a seizure? I would time it and report it to nursing....
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Grocery shopping
I have several years of experience working with children of various ages, in different professional capacities, including babysitting in families' homes, providing support in a respite care setting, and in the school setting. I have experience working with children ranging from early childhood, and to high school-aged. I have...
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Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
hospice services
dementia
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.

Erin P. says "Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have...

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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
Hello my name is Gabby, I am a junior in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 0-12. I also worked at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...

Geoff P. says "Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to...

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Future Spanish Teacher

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for seven years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...

Care Member says "Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and...

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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Karen. I'm looking for a full-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs, but I'm open to part-time as well. I have over 15 years of experience working with people with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. I help with daily living tasks, medication management, and social...
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Responsible Caregiver 4 Years Experience

Kings Park, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Bachelors Degree in Psychology Minor in Childhood Education. Enrolled in Master of Science Program pursuing Dual NYS certification in General and Special Education Grades 1 through 6. 4 Years experience working with special needs children for the NYC Department of Education. Experience as a a mom of one.
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Stony Brook, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion. With 14 years of experience caring for my special needs brother, I provide reliable, patient, and calm care for up to four children. I hold CPR Training and First Aid Training certifications to ensure a safe environment for all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I...
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Outgoing Person Ready To Help

Hauppauge, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello mt name is Nicole I can do a little of everything. I clean houses I used to have my cleaning companyyears ago, I watch the little ones. I have a son who's 18 myself. He's special needs so I know everything there is to know about childcare. I love being able to watch the elderly and help them able to support their youth and...
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Experienced Babysitter With Over 4 Years of Experience Looking For Summer Babysitting Job!

East Northport, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Jaclyn. I am a NYS certified teacher and currently am a 4th grade teacher in the South Bronx. I am also a graduate student at Hofstra Universtiy earning my masters' degree in Literacy. I studied at SUNY Fredonia receiving two bachelor degrees in Early Childhood/Childhood Education. I have experience working...
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Selden, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
I have more than 5 years of experience working with children I can help with some homework also have experience working with special need children. I am a special education teacher assistant.
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello my name is Patty I am 47 years old and I have always enjoyed working with children I got my first job as a babysitter at the age of 13 in high school I took a BOCES course for child care the first year we ran a preschool in the BOCES and the second year I worked in the elementary school with kindergartners and first...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Saint James, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint James, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jocelynne C.

I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the...

- Mila C.

Jennifer C.

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if...

- Emil R.

Elise H.

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits....

- Care member

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